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George Allison

George Allison
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George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison

Former Harrier pilot becomes UK’s first commercial astronaut

A former Royal Air Force Harrier pilot has become the UK’s first commercial astronaut.

NATO Maritime Commander in Georgia to talk about maritime security

NATO Maritime Command Commander, Vice Admiral Sir Clive C. C. Johnstone of the Royal Navy, visited Georgia.

BQM-177A target achieves initial operational capability

The US Navy's next-generation Sub-Sonic Aerial Target, BQM-177A, reached Initial Operational Capability late last month.

NATO chief praises Bulgaria’s strategic role in the Black Sea region

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg praised Bulgaria’s commitment to NATO during a visit to Sofia on Friday.

Qinetiq completes EIS acquisition

QinetiQ has completed its acquisition of E.I.S. Aircraft Operations.

Eighth deployment for Polish Air Force in Baltic Air Policing mission

The Polish Air Force has had the lead for the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission since the start of the year.

Typhoon jets flatten Islamic State positions

On the 18th of January Typhoon jets bombed a building from which terrorists were firing at the Syrian Democratic Forces, north-east of Abu Kamal.

Construction of UK P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft facility ‘on target’

The future home of the UK’s P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft is on target for completion, say the RAF.

Royal Marines train in Belize

Alpha Company from 40 Commando have been joined in Belize by soldiers from 24 Commando Royal Engineers, gunners of 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery for Exercise Curry Trail.

BAE awarded $90.5M US Navy C5ISR engineering and support contract

BAE Systems has received a $90.5m contract for technical support.